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Cheap flights from Sydney to San Diego from $824

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SAN
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Thu 7/509:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Air Canada
Thu 14/512:30
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop25h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,145
Thu 7/507:00
SYD
-
SAN
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/512:30
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,166
Tue 5/509:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Air Canada
Tue 12/516:55
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/3$1,180
Tue 5/509:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/516:55
SAN
-
SYD
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,217
Wed 15/709:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop28h 33m
Air Canada
Sun 9/808:20
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop30h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,255
Wed 6/506:00
SYD
-
SAN
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/512:30
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,270
Fri 8/509:20
SYD
-
SAN
1 stop19h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 11/516:55
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop21h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,289
Mon 18/507:00
SYD
-
SAN
2 stops21h 50m
Air Canada
Sun 24/512:30
SAN
-
SYD
1 stop25h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,296

Find flight deals from Sydney to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,145

One-way from

$824

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,471
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • Sydney to San Diego
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 44m total
  • Sydney to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($140 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

09:20-20:50

1 stop28h 30m

San Diego

Tue 12/5

16:55-07:20

1 stop21h 25m

$1,180

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

09:20-20:50

1 stop28h 30m

San Diego

Tue 12/5

16:55-12:40

2 stops26h 45m

$1,217

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

07:00-11:50

2 stops21h 50m

San Diego

Sun 24/5

16:55-12:40

2 stops26h 45m

$1,318

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

09:15-09:24

1 stop17h 09m

San Diego

Wed 13/5

10:59-06:50

1 stop26h 51m

$1,424

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/7

20:45-20:17

2 stops40h 32m

San Diego

Fri 31/7

17:16-18:50

1 stop32h 34m

$1,514
Fastest return journey

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

09:30-10:08

1 stop17h 38m

San Diego

Wed 29/7

19:41-06:55

1 stop18h 14m

$1,725

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/6

09:30-10:08

1 stop17h 38m

San Diego

Tue 28/7

16:09-07:00

2 stops21h 51m

$1,727

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/6

09:30-14:55

2 stops22h 25m

San Diego

Mon 27/7

16:09-07:00

2 stops21h 51m

$1,727

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

09:30-19:51

1 stop27h 21m

San Diego

Sat 25/7

10:49-07:00

1 stop27h 11m

$1,801

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

09:20-16:15

1 stop23h 55m

San Diego

Sat 16/5

16:55-07:20

1 stop21h 25m

$1,832

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $1,065). Flying from Sydney to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated 26 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, andVirgin Australia from Sydney to San Diego. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,112 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,482 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,841 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to San Diego?

    Air Canada can get you from Sydney to San Diego in just under 28h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Sydney to San Diego is about 12086 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San Diego round-trip?

    Hawaiian Airlines, at $682, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. Users have found that Hawaiian Airlines is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to San Diego?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San Diego (average of $1,065). Flying from Sydney to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Sydney to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$682Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,067Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,085Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,119Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,190Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,479Average$2,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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